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Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Hardwood floors
- Granite counter tops
- Washer/dryer hookup
Location
256 Friend Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02114, United States|Downtown Boston
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Property Overview
Featuring desirable amenities such as hardwood floors, granite countertops, and washer/dryer hookups, this property offers a modern living experience. Its prime location near a top-rated elementary school, numerous parks, restaurants, and cultural centers positions it well within an active community. Additionally, it is notable for its competitive value per square foot, making it an attractive option in the Boston real estate market.
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More space- Elementary school nearby
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Apartments in BostonDowntown Boston 256 Friend Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02114, United States
Sweet deal!
This listing is 13% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Downtown Boston.
2 Bed w/Loft Can fit up to 4 occupants Dishwasher Granite Counter Tops Hardwood Floors MASSIVE UNIT washer/dryer hookup to be added to closet in unit
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 256 Friend Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 608 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown Boston |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02114 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown Boston
2-bedroom apartments at 256 Friend Street cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Downtown Boston
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,450 |
| March 2024 | $3,450 |
| April 2024 | $3,488 |
| May 2024 | $3,500 |
| June 2024 | $3,531 |
| July 2024 | $3,512 |
| August 2024 | $3,508 |
| September 2024 | $3,500 |
| October 2024 | $3,500 |
| November 2024 | $3,503 |
| December 2024 | $3,488 |
| January 2025 | $3,469 |
| February 2025 | $3,498 |
| March 2025 | $3,500 |
| April 2025 | $3,500 |
| May 2025 | $3,500 |
| June 2025 | $3,516 |
| July 2025 | $3,520 |
| August 2025 | $3,555 |
| September 2025 | $3,495 |
| October 2025 | $3,443 |
| November 2025 | $3,420 |
| December 2025 | $3,474 |
| January 2026 | $3,504 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $4,759 |
| March 2024 | $4,660 |
| April 2024 | $4,322 |
| May 2024 | $4,200 |
| June 2024 | $4,359 |
| July 2024 | $4,544 |
| August 2024 | $4,295 |
| September 2024 | $4,293 |
| October 2024 | $4,508 |
| November 2024 | $4,553 |
| December 2024 | $4,792 |
| January 2025 | $4,563 |
| February 2025 | $4,742 |
| March 2025 | $4,609 |
| April 2025 | $5,049 |
| May 2025 | $5,082 |
| June 2025 | $4,978 |
| July 2025 | $5,063 |
| August 2025 | $5,088 |
| September 2025 | $4,760 |
| October 2025 | $4,678 |
| November 2025 | $4,535 |
| December 2025 | $4,509 |
| January 2026 | $4,489 |
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Schools near 256 Friend Street
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Downtown Boston | Boston, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.
Getting around Boston near 256 Friend Street
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 256 Friend Street, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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